NCLEX-PN
Endocrine Disorders NCLEX Questions
Extract:
Question 1 of 5
Which nursing interventions are most appropriate for nursing in the health of a client with Cushing's syndrome? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: A,C,E,F
Rationale: These interventions address skin breakdown, fall risk, mood changes, and comfort in Cushing's syndrome.
Question 2 of 5
The UAP on the medical floor tells the nurse the client diagnosed with DKA wants something else to eat for lunch. Which intervention should the nurse implement?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Notifying the dietitian ensures the client’s nutritional needs are met within DKA dietary restrictions. Additional food, caloric increases, or denial are inappropriate without consultation.
Question 3 of 5
Which assessment findings would the nurse expect to document the patient's health care, and the patient's health care? Select all that apply.
Correct Answer: C,E,F
Rationale: DKA is characterized by acetone breath, warm/flushed skin, vomiting, abdominal pain, and thirst due to hyperglycemia and dehydration.
Question 4 of 5
In response to a question about timing of symptoms during the nursing history, when is the client most likely to describe that symptoms typically occur?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Hyperinsulinism causes hypoglycemia, which is more likely after fasting due to excess insulin lowering blood glucose.
Question 5 of 5
Which signs/symptoms should make the nurse suspect the client is experiencing a thyroid storm?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Thyroid storm causes hyperpyrexia (high fever) and extreme tachycardia due to excessive thyroid hormone. Other options are hypothyroid or unrelated.